Ap Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

About Dubai Holding Group Services:

Group Services is Dubai Holding’s shared business services arm that provides consolidated business solutions in procurement, finance and human capital across the Group. With a commitment to talent, digital innovation and continuous improvement, it delivers best‑in‑class service, enhancing the Group's overall performance.

Group Services is dedicated to transforming operations, elevating service quality and cultivating specialised teams focused on excellence and innovation.

Group Services comprises of:

Group Services Procurement delivers end‑to‑end value through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contracting. Enabled by advanced technology, streamlined processes, strong governance, and data‑driven insights, it ensures responsible sourcing, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.

Group Services Finance manages financial transactions, budgeting, and reporting to ensure strong fiscal health and cash flow. It empowers informed decision‑making through insights that drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Group Services Human Capital manages the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a smooth journey from recruitment to offboarding while fostering a culture that values and supports people—the Group’s greatest asset.

Empowering talent for the future:

Group Services’ greatest strength lies in its people; their collective capabilities serve as the driving force of the company. Dedicated to creating a vibrant talent hub where challenging the norm leads to innovation, collaboration fuels creativity and caring for people and partners cultivates strong relationships, Group Services aims to build a foundation for sustained success.

As a business that views success as a shared journey and celebrates every achievement along the way, Group Services offers the opportunity to grow, develop skills and make a meaningful impact.

Dubai Holding Group Services proudly supports a diverse portfolio of companies:

• Dubai Holding Community Management

• Dubai Holding Land Estates

Here’s your chance to step into the role of Manager Accounts Payable role at Dubai Holding Group Services. In this position, you’ll take on key responsibilities that include:

across DH Group Services, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant month‑end close in line with IFRS and internal policies.

Ensure financial integrity and transparency by aligning supplier statements, AP subledger, GL balances, GR/IR, accruals, and aging, with robust controls to minimize discrepancies.

Lead execution excellence by driving adherence to I2P processes, SLAs, KPIs, and service standards; identify gaps and implement corrective actions.

Oversee AP accounting and reporting, including management dashboards, metrics, aging analysis, and risk mitigation insights for leadership.

Manage complex reconciliations and exceptions, performing root‑cause analysis on unmatched invoices, 3‑way match failures, duplicate payments, unapplied cash, and GR/IR discrepancies, in collaboration with Procurement, Treasury, and Business Units.

Strengthen internal controls and governance, supporting risk assessments, compliance monitoring, fraud prevention initiatives, and investigation follow‑ups.

Drive continuous improvement and automation, identifying efficiency, cost optimization, and process enhancement opportunities across the I2P lifecycle.

Act as the primary finance stakeholder interface, resolving issues, supporting special initiatives, and escalating systemic risks where required.

Lead and develop the reconciliation team, setting objectives, managing performance, and fostering a customer‑centric, high‑performance culture.

The preferred candidate for this role should possess the following experience and credentials:

A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration; ACCA, CIMA, or ACA preferred.

5–7 years of finance experience, including 2+ years in a team leadership role.

Strong expertise in Invoice‑to‑Pay / Accounts Payable, including supplier reconciliation, subledger–GL reconciliation, GR/IR, accruals, and month‑end close.

Experience working in a finance shared services / GBS environment.

Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and IFRS‑compliant reporting.

Middle East experience preferred, with strong stakeholder management, customer focus, and continuous improvement mindset.

At Dubai Holding, we’re committed to nurturing the success and well‑being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered Classification: Internal workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.